In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Malur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Carrot today.
01What's Behind Today's Carrot Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Carrot is about 16.8% below the period average, sitting just 27.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Carrot rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Malur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹1,000 (10.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Malur APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,810. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
If you're chasing the best rate for Carrot today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Carrot rate at Malur APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.